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30540 Georgia Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 324 students in 30540, GA (there are 3 public schools, serving 2,645 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in 30540, GA are educated in private schools (compared to the GA state average of 8%).
The top ranked private school in 30540, GA is Pleasant Hills Montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
67% of private schools in 30540, GA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 30540 Georgia Private Schools (2026-27)

Pleasant Hills Montessori School Photo
Pleasant Hills Montessori School
Gr: PK-6 | 35 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 1
Montessori School
2228 Pleasant Gap Cir
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 636-3354
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Map of Grace Christian School
Grace Christian School
Gr: NS-12 | 47 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 3
Baptist
164 Legion Rd
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 635-2441
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Map of North Georgia Christian Academy, Inc
North Georgia Christian Academy, Inc
Gr: PK-12 | 242 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
191 Harold Pritchett Rd
Ellijay, GA 30540
(706) 635-6422
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 30540, GA?
The top ranked private schools in 30540, GA is Pleasant Hills Montessori School.
How many private schools are located in 30540?
3 private schools are located in 30540.
What percentage of students in 30540 go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in 30540 are educated in private schools (compared to the GA state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 30540?
67% of private schools in 30540 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

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